1971 Avanti Avanti vs. 1976 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1976 Buick Riviera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Avanti Avanti (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 265 kg more than 1971 Avanti Avanti.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Avanti Avanti | 1976 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Avanti | Buick |
| Model | Avanti | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 6595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |
